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Sunset

Golden Hour at The Cube

Catch the late afternoon light on Ann Arbor’s most iconic sculpture before the evening crowds arrive.

Best time: 16:44About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 16:12

    TeaHaus

    Grab a loose-leaf tea at TeaHaus to enjoy while you walk. The shop is open until 19:00 on weekdays, so you have plenty of time.

  2. 16:30

    The Cube

    Walk 18 minutes southeast to The Cube. This 15-foot glossy black sculpture spins on its axis when pushed. Arrive early to find a good angle.

  3. 17:27

    The Cube

    Watch the golden light hit the polished surface of The Cube as the sun sets toward the WSW. The contrast between the black steel and the warm light is striking.

  4. 18:12

    New York Pizza Depot

    End your evening with pizza at New York Pizza Depot, just a short 4-minute walk from The Cube. It is widely considered one of the best pizzas in town.

Local tip

The Cube is located near the University of Michigan campus. If you want to see more art, Orion at the University of Michigan Museum of Art is also nearby, though it requires a slightly longer walk.

Check before you go

  • TeaHaus is open Mo-Sa 10:00-19:00 and Su 11:00-16:00. Make sure to visit before it closes on Sundays.
  • New York Pizza Depot is open Mo-Sa 10:00-04:00 and Su 11:00-04:00.

Worth knowing

  • TeaHaus is open at 16:12 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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